The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, will travel to Mexico City, Mexico from August 5 to 6, 2025 for a bilateral visit aimed at strengthening Canada’s strategic partnership with Mexico.
Immigration News
Death of an inmate from Archambault InstitutionÂ
On August 2, 2025, Jean Sébastien Béland, an inmate from Archambault Institution, died while in our custody of apparent natural causes.
Canadian Armed Forces air drop humanitarian assistance in Gaza
The CAF employed a CC-130J Hercules aircraft to conduct an airdrop of critical humanitarian aid in support of Global Affairs Canada into the Gaza Strip. The air drop consisted of 21,600 pounds of aid.
Provincial immigration candidates receive invitations in Newfoundland and Labrador’s latest draw
On July 29, Newfoundland and Labrador conducted its sixth provincial immigration draw of the year. Invitations were issued to Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) candidates. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw results The Newfoundland and Labrador Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism (OIM) issued a total of […]
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Alberta PNP issues invitations to construction workers in latest draw
On July 25, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) sent out more invitations to provincial immigration candidates. Candidates were selected based on their professional expertise and their capacity to address critical labor shortages within Alberta’s economy. Assess your eligibility for enhanced PNP streams Draw results The province’s most recent draw issued invitations under the Alberta […]
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West Kootenay in British Columbia lists designated employers for rural pathway to permanent residence
West Kootenay, a community located in south eastern British Columbia, has revealed its list of designated employers for the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP). West Kootenay’s RCIP designated area’s southern boundary runs along the US border from Rock Creek on the West to Yahk on the East. It’s northwestern boundary extends to the area around […]
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Government of Canada supports International Culturefest in Saint John
The Honourable Wayne Long Member of Parliament (Saint John—Kennebecasis), announces funding for the Saint John Newcomers Centre’s International Culturefest.
Statement by Minister Anand on flawed report released earlier this week concerning Canadian arms exports
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, issued the following statement:
Canada increases settlement funds for Atlantic Immigration Program
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has increased funds needed to immigrate through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP). As of July 29, 2025, foreign nationals need a minimum of $140 more to immigrate to Canada’s Atlantic provinces through the AIP. Discover if You Are Eligible for Canadian Immigration For a family of one, the minimum […]
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Canada and Ontario investing more than $1.7 million to support honey beekeeping operations
Investment will help hundreds of beekeepers improve their honey bee colonies and boost competitiveness in the face of U.S. tariffs.
Samuel De Champlain Bridge: Special Illumination to celebrate the Montréal Pride Festival
Tonight, the Samuel De Champlain Bridge will be lit up in the colours of the rainbow from sunset to 10:00 p.m. to celebrate the opening of the Montréal Pride Festival.
G20 Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting in South Africa: Minister Hajdu reinforces Canadaâs leadership.
The Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, wrapped up her participation at the G20 Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting in George, South Africa from July 30 to 31, 2025
Government of Canada expanding health care to more Indigenous communities
The Government of Canada is committed to helping small and medium-sized businesses transform their innovative ideas into real-world solutions, ensuring that communities from coast to coast to coast benefit from their creativity and ingenuity.
Fishing Lake First Nation and Canada reach agricultural benefits settlement agreement
Today, Chief Darcy Desjarlais of Fishing Lake First Nation and the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced a settlement agreement resolving the Nation's Agricultural Benefits claim, also known as a Cows and Plows settlement.
CRTC takes action to support local news
The CRTC is taking another step forward to implement the modernized Broadcasting Act (the Act) by helping local news production through the new temporary Commercial Radio News Fund (CRNF).
Fire safety at the forefront with grand opening of new fire hall at Elsipogtog First NationÂ
Today, Elsipogtog First Nation proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new fire hall—a vital addition that strengthens community safety, resilience, and self-reliance.
How address the risk of your parents or grandparents being found medically inadmissible to Canada
If your parent(s) or grandparent(s) are medically inadmissible, they cannot get permanent residence through the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP). Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may consider your relative(s) medically inadmissible to Canada if their health condition(s) could pose a burden on public health services. If you want to sponsor your parent(s) or grandparent(s) […]
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Statement on European security and the OSCEâs 50th anniversary
“Canada joins other OSCE participating states in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Helsinki Final Act, the founding document of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), which is the bedrock of comprehensive and cooperative security in Europe and beyond.
Make a tree-mendous impact this August for Tree Check Month
August is Tree Check Month and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is calling on Canadians of all ages to take a few minutes to inspect the trees and plants around them for signs of invasive pests. Look in your yard, garden, local park—or even on your vehicle or outdoor gear. Early detection is key to stopping the spread.
Statement by Minister Guilbeault on Emancipation Day
The Government of Canada marks Emancipation Day
His Majestyâs Canadian Ship Ville de Québec Completes Rearmament in Australia while participating in Exercise TALISMAN SABRE 25
Today, His Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Ville de Québec completed the forward rearmament of Block II Harpoon Missiles while participating in Exercise TALISMAN SABRE 25 in Australia.
Edmonton resident charged with drug importation
CBSA officers at the Coutts port of entry in Alberta seize nearly 67 kg of cocaine from a commercial truck. RCMP Alberta have charged the driver for smuggling narcotics.
One Arrow First Nation and Canada reach farming benefits settlement
Today, Chief Janine Baldhead of One Arrow First Nation and the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, announced a settlement agreement resolving the Nation's Agricultural Benefits claim, also known as a Cows and Plows settlement.
Joint Statement on Iranian State Threat Activity in Europe and North America
The following statement is released by the governments of Albania, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Minister Champagne meets with provincial and territorial Finance Ministers
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, held a virtual meeting with provincial and territorial Finance Ministers.